At a Glance
- Tasks: Support at-risk students and connect them with vital resources for success.
- Company: Flagstone State Community College, dedicated to fostering youth engagement.
- Benefits: Part-time role with competitive salary and a chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and contribute to positive community impact.
- Why this job: Empower young people and help them overcome barriers to education.
- Qualifications: Experience working with youth and relevant qualifications preferred.
The predicted salary is between 75886 - 84201 $ per year.
A position exists for a temporary part-time Youth Support Coordinator (50.5 hours per fortnight or 0.7 FTE) at Flagstone State Community College. As the Youth Support Coordinator, you will refer at-risk students to appropriate agencies and support services that will assist students to overcome barriers to education and training. Provide individual support, case management, and, where appropriate, group support to students to maximize their engagement with education and training.
Job details
- Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
- Position type: Part-time
- Occupational group: Administration
- Classification: AO3
- Job duration: A period of 9 months unless otherwise determined
About the Role:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Identify barriers to young people achieving outcomes and referral to appropriate support services.
- Maintain records of student contact on a daily basis.
- Support students to achieve satisfactory learning outcomes.
- Develop and foster relationships between the school and families of students to assist at-risk students to remain engaged with education or training.
- Conduct home visits with students and their families, as appropriate, to advise and provide strategies for a more positive educational experience.
- Be part of the professional team working with the school and the community and liaise with students, teachers, parents, guidance officers, special needs teachers, administrative officers, officers of welfare agencies, and other government departments.
Desirable skills and experience:
A relevant qualification and experience working with youth will be highly regarded.
How to Apply:
Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and attach a 2-page response to the “How you will be assessed” section of the attached role description. We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. When working in regulated employment, an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services. Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.
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Contact Details:
Queensland Department of Education Recruitment Team